The Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office says; an Ohio man suspected of firing a rifle at a deputy is facing multiple charges.

Deputies said the shooting happened Friday night at a Circle K convenience story on E. Blackstock Road near Roebuck.

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Investigators said a deputy was sitting in his patrol vehicle when he saw a man at a convenience store across the street making hand gestures toward the deputy.

According to investigators, the man then pulled a rifle from his vehicle and began firing at the deputy and his vehicle. The Sheriff's Office said when the man pulled the rifle, the deputy moved his vehicle to a safer position.

Once the vehicle was moved, investigators said the deputy retrieved his patrol rifle and started giving commands to the man, leading to his surrender.

The suspect was identified as Sterling Houston Roberts, 34, from Centerville, Ohio.

The deputy was not hurt during the incident and investigators say his vehicle was not hit by any bullets.

Investigators say they don't know why Roberts opened fire on the deputy.

Deputies said that during the incident, Roberts also pointed his rifle at several nearby civilians.

Investigators say Roberts is facing multiple charges in connection with the incident. According to the Spartanburg County Detention Center website those charges include, attempted murder, pointing/presenting a firearm, and possession of a weapon during a violent crime.

Deputies also said Roberts is facing weapons violations charges in Dayton, Ohio.